Seafront: meaning, definitions and examples

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seafront

[ ˈsiːˌfrʌnt ]

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by the ocean

The area along the edge of the sea, typically consisting of a promenade or beach.

Synonyms

coastline, shoreline, waterfront

Examples of usage

The hotel has stunning views of the seafront.
We took a leisurely walk along the seafront.

Translations

Translations of the word "seafront" in other languages:

🇵🇹 beira-mar

🇮🇳 समुद्र तट

🇩🇪 Meeresfront

🇮🇩 tepi laut

🇺🇦 морський берег

🇵🇱 nadmorski

🇯🇵 海岸

🇫🇷 front de mer

🇪🇸 frente al mar

🇹🇷 deniz kenarı

🇰🇷 해변

🇸🇦 واجهة بحرية

🇨🇿 pobřeží

🇸🇰 pobrežie

🇨🇳 海滨

🇸🇮 obal

🇮🇸 sjávarbakki

🇰🇿 теңіз жағалауы

🇬🇪 ზღვის პირი

🇦🇿 dənizkənarı

🇲🇽 frente al mar

Word origin

The word 'seafront' originated in the mid-19th century, combining 'sea' and 'front'. It refers to the area along the edge of the sea, often developed for recreational purposes such as promenades, beaches, and entertainment facilities. The concept of a seafront has been popularized by coastal resorts and cities around the world, offering scenic views and leisure opportunities for locals and tourists alike.